Takashi Shimura(1905-1982)

Although he was not Akira Kurosawa's best-known actor (Toshirô Mifune had this honor), Shimura appeared in more Kurosawa films than Mifune, totaling 19. However (especially in later years), many of his characters had smaller, supporting roles.

[when working with Akira Kurosawa] I realize myself best. And yet he never dictates. Rather, he allows you to do your best, and for him you do it.